This is the time of year when trappers and fur hunters are selling their furs and hope to maximize a good return. Trappers who have taken fur to any of New York’s auctions are seeing a consistent rise in mink, fox, and coyote prices.
Although a gradual rise, it may point ahead to a positive future and in time produce better markets.
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Nothing is more pleasing to me than spring otter trapping.
Some of my favorite trapping memories were made in the Northern Adirondack foothills region trapping spring beavers and otters. I long for the day when western New York has an open otter season. Right now, we’re limited to the eastern part of the state.
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There isn’t much of a coyote fur market and what coyotes you catch should be prime. They’re best in late November through late January. This is freezing weather conditions, deep snow and all-around tough weather to work in. There is a way to still bring in coyotes in these conditions.
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New York State trapping seasons are in full swing and trappers and fur hunters are piling up hides. The outlook for this season has a few bright spots and a few not-so-bright spots. Still, trappers must have a market to sell their furs.
The prices for red fox appear to be between $10 to $15. Flatter types and damaged goods will be bring less. Trappers should also expect offers near $6 for coyotes as there is not a big demand for coyotes at present.
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The following story took place three seasons ago during the trapping season of 2022-23. I had just had gall bladder surgery with severe complications. I had plans to trap close to the road.
While I underwent having several minor surgeries following the gall bladder removal, I was limited to trapping from the vehicle. What better way to do that than trapping canines in western New York on a small trapline that consisted mostly of private farms with a few close to the road locations on public land.
Outfoxing the Fox: Memories from an early season trapline Read More »
Every year it amazes me when trappers fail to prepare their traps and equipment before season.
These same trappers fail to prepare their traplines and gain permission to trap on various properties. Yet, they will go out on opening day and question why they didn’t have a good catch on the first check day. I have seen a trapper’s trap so rusted out that a mink couldn’t fire the trap.
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The Fur Harvester’s Auction in North Bay, Ontario, was recently held on June 17-19, with some items bringing top dollar. Still, other prices were at residual prices or simply had no clearance.
Skunks were the talk of the town and brought a significant price increase with 2,024 skunks offered for sale, which averaged out at $79.96 and topped out at $95.
Trappers see ups and downs at Fur Harvester’s Auction in Ontario Read More »
The trapping convention season is about to arrive and New York is home to several annual trapper events. There are a few others out-of-state.
The first New York show will be the Cattaraugus County Trapper’s Annual Sportsman’s show in Little Valley Aug. 8-10. There is food on site, raffles and an auction on Saturday night. There is both tent and trailer camping available.
Trapping convention season about to start in New York, surrounding states Read More »
The fur market of 2024-25 will have ups and downs for pricing and for which species is in demand. This season, there are several species in demand and several at stagnant pricing if any pricing at all.
For some species, if trappers have an offer to buy them you very well may be money ahead selling to that buyer than shopping around. Certain species have virtually no demand.
New York trappers ready for fur auctions Read More »
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